When you have a cavity, this could cause a toothache and also lead to discoloration and the risk of infection. But we can help treat cavities and protect your smile from these complications! In today’s blog, your Virginia Beach, VA, dentist explains how we treat cavities in one visit with a discreet composite resin filling.
The Signs of Tooth Decay
We urge people to attend a six-month checkup and cleaning visit, so we have the chance to identify possible issues like tooth decay in the early stages, before you even experience discomfort. Otherwise, you may not know you need treatment until the decay reaches a more advanced state, one that could lead to an infection or abscess without immediate treatment. If you have tooth sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks, or a toothache that doesn’t subside after a day or two, then you need to see us for treatment. Our team will conduct a detailed examination with digital x-rays to assess the position and severity of your decay, so we can plan treatment to save your tooth. Often, this treatment involves a lifelike composite resin dental filling.
Treatment with Dental Fillings
Our discreet and lifelike fillings are made from composite resin, a blend of glass-like and acrylic particles, which is safe for all ages and can be shaded to blend with the tooth. The material is biocompatible and can last for years to come, protecting your smile. To begin, we will numb your tooth so you’re comfortable as we remove the decay and clean the surfaces thoroughly. We then prepare and place the filling material in several layers, sculpting the tooth as the composite resin cures beneath a light. The last step is to polish the tooth for a brighter appearance. This also limits the stability of plaque and tartar to adhere to the teeth for your next cleaning visit. In one visit, we prevent the onset of an infected or abscessed tooth.
Taking a Preventive Approach
You can also make simple changes to your daily routine to limit the risk of a cavity and the need for a filling. You should start your day by brushing for two minutes with a fluoride toothpaste. In the evening, you should floss thoroughly and then brush a second time. Try to limit how many foods and drinks with a high sugar content you consume, and make time to see us for a checkup and cleaning visit, so we can monitor your smile and prevent the onset of issues like cavities, gingivitis, and even gum disease.
Schedule a Visit For a Lifelike Dental Restoration
Our team wants to help treat cavities in one visit and offer lifelike results. Call Absolute Dental Care in Virginia Beach, VA at (757) 428-7440 to schedule a visit soon!
